Overview & Suitability
The Green Lot, located at 9330 E Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL 33619, is a dedicated surface parking facility serving the Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay. It is specifically designed to accommodate visitors attending large-scale athletic tournaments, including soccer, football, and lacrosse events. The lot provides approximately 600 parking spaces and is recognized as the closest parking option to the sports fields, offering a convenient, open-air, self-park experience for passenger vehicles.
Access, Dimensions & Clearance
The facility is an open-air lot suitable for standard passenger cars; however, users should be aware of specific traffic management protocols during major events. Access is highly regulated, and the venue often implements specific traffic flows where left turns into the lot are prohibited. Visitors must follow designated entrance routes to avoid congestion. There is no dedicated drop-off lane at this facility.
Parking Rates, Tariffs & Booking
Parking rates are event-specific and typically fluctuate based on the tournament schedule. Prices generally range from approximately $13.50 to $15.00 per day. Pre-booking is strongly recommended, as the lot frequently sells out during peak tournament weekends. Passes must be purchased in advance via digital platforms or event-specific ticketing links, as on-site sales may not be available if the lot reaches capacity. Failure to present a pre-purchased pass at the gate may result in denial of entry.
Security & Amenities
The Green Lot is a functional, commercial-grade surface lot that offers basic amenities, including:
- Unobstructed, self-service parking.
- Mobile-pass enabled entry for a seamless arrival.
- Proximity to the main tournament fields (approx. 3-minute walk).
- No on-site security personnel or EV charging infrastructure.
Strategic Alternative
This lot acts as the primary parking hub for the Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay. Its strategic location near the intersection of major interstates (I-4, I-275, and I-75) makes it a critical access point for regional attendees. While it serves the Sportsplex, it is also occasionally utilized by visitors to nearby businesses in the East Columbus Drive commercial/industrial corridor, though parking priority is always given to sports tournament attendees.
